Editor's comment: 'Sue Addis was a stalwart of our community'

She would do anything for anyone, be it the homeless or community groups in Brighton.

Sue was a huge supporter of The Argus Appeal charity as a trustee for 20 years, helping to raise thousands of pounds, every penny of which was given to local good causes.

The body of Donatello co-owner Sue Addis was found in Brighton

Sue’s big passion was the smaller charities where a smaller amount of money would make a huge difference.

She had the ability to mix with everyone in society and never discriminated against anybody.

Last year we took the Santa Bus to Donatello and we had a great time launching it there with Brighton and Hove Buses now behind the Santa Bus.

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She was an unassuming person but a formidable businesswoman who also contributed not only by fundraising but also by giving her time to help people, despite being very busy.

They did another huge three course meal for the homeless at Christmas, which she had done for many years.

She would feed the homeless and so much went on behind the scenes. She worked so well with Elsa Gillio, who ran the appeal and I know everyone who knew Sue is absolutely devastated.

Sue Addis outside Donatello in The Lanes, Brighton

Sue and her sons hosted fantastic family events at Donatello.

I know they brought so much joy to families with grottos and snow machines in The Lanes.

She will be hugely missed by so many in the community.

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My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones.

I know her family meant everything to her and my thoughts are with her three sons Stefano, Mikele and Leo and their families as well as her many, many friends.